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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Explain the concept of a growth mindset and describe how neuroplasticity supports learning and personal development.

  • Differentiate between fixed mindset and growth mindset behaviors in common personal and workplace situations.

  • Apply practical strategies such as positive self-talk, reflection, and persistence to overcome challenges and setbacks.

  • Develop a personal action plan to strengthen a growth mindset and support continuous learning in professional and personal contexts.

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March 2026

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11 assignments

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There are 4 modules in this course

Success in your career and personal life often depends on how well you adapt and grow. A growth mindset allows individuals to face challenges, learn from them, and stay relevant in their fields.

If you're ready to unlock your full potential, then this self-paced Growth Mindset course is the perfect starting point. In this course, you'll explore the power of mindset and neuroplasticity, learn actionable steps to overcome a fixed mindset, and apply growth-driven principles to your personal and professional life. You will also learn to apply practical tools, such as positive self-talk and determination, to help build your resilience and confidence. Plus, you'll work practice quizzes, readings and a final graded project to cement your learning. Overall, this course is ideal for professionals at all levels. It will equip you with the mindset and tools needed to tackle challenges and thrive in an ever-evolving world.

Imagine you’re three months into training for your first marathon and feeling unstoppable until a sprained ankle forces you to sit out. Do you allow frustration to overwhelm you, or do you adapt and find new ways to stay active while recovering? This scenario is about more than just your ankle; it is about how your mindset can derail or redefine your goals. Let’s tap into the transformative power of a mindset. In this module, you will explore the influence of mindset on success and life outcomes. You will examine the mindset cycle, the differences between growth and fixed mindsets, and how mindset affects behavior and decision-making. Interactive quizzes and activities will help you assess your current mindset and reflect on how you can shift toward growth.

What's included

17 videos3 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt

17 videosTotal 46 minutes
  • Meet Your Instructor2 minutes
  • Course Intro video: Exploring and Identifying Different Mindsets2 minutes
  • Mindsets and Neuroscience1 minute
  • Mindsets and Self-Growth1 minute
  • Acknowledging Carol Dweck1 minute
  • Why Mindset Matters for Success2 minutes
  • The Mindset Cycle3 minutes
  • Story Time: Reprograming Your Mind2 minutes
  • Growth vs. Fixed Mindset2 minutes
  • How Your Mindset Impacts Your Life3 minutes
  • Story Time: The Two Opposing Mindsets3 minutes
  • Interpreting the Mindset Quiz Results2 minutes
  • The Power of "Yet" vs. the Tyranny of "Now"3 minutes
  • Case Study of Mindset in Action2 minutes
  • Mindset Differences: Deeper Dive5 minutes
  • Why Companies are Seeking Growth Mindset Candidates3 minutes
  • The Growth Mindset Code8 minutes
3 readingsTotal 65 minutes
  • Course Overview5 minutes
  • Activity (Survey): Discover Your Mindset30 minutes
  • Reading: How Most Learners Rate Themselves30 minutes
4 assignmentsTotal 51 minutes
  • Mindset: A Powerful Entity12 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Identify Mindset Tendencies12 minutes
  • Mindsets in Action12 minutes
  • The Power of a Mindset15 minutes
1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes
  • Share Your Growth Mindset Story 10 minutes

You have been aiming for a promotion all year. You have been staying late, delivering flawless presentations—only to see someone else get the job. It’s unpleasant. Do you start slacking off and saying, “What’s the point?” In situations like this, your mindset tells you that you have reached a plateau in your career. Let’s look at how to overcome this fixed mindset and take that leap. This module focuses on the transition from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset. You will confront your fixed mindset challenges and misconceptions and explore how neuroplasticity supports this transformation. Through exercises and quizzes, you will identify specific areas in your life where you can cultivate a growth mindset.

What's included

7 videos3 assignments

7 videosTotal 22 minutes
  • Transitioning from Fixed to Growth Mindset3 minutes
  • Identify an Area of Growth in Your Life3 minutes
  • Identify Your Fixed Mindset Challenge6 minutes
  • Misconceptions about Growth Mindset3 minutes
  • Complexities of the Human Brain2 minutes
  • The Brain and Its Capacity to Learn and Grow4 minutes
  • Growth Mindset and Neuroplasticity2 minutes
3 assignmentsTotal 42 minutes
  • Moving Toward a Growth Mindset15 minutes
  • Growth Mindset and Neuroplasticity12 minutes
  • Overcoming Your Fixed Mindset Challenge15 minutes

Imagine feeling suffocated in the same position for years, receiving harsh feedback from your manager, or stuck with a major project on your desk. Do you tell yourself you’re not ready, or do you take some actions and use positive self-talk to gain the confidence and determination to face it? In this module, you will learn about actionable steps to foster a growth mindset. You will reflect on past successes, embrace challenges, move out of your comfort zone, and focus on accountability. The module emphasizes setting specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals, using feedback effectively, and cultivating self-belief. You will also explore the power of positive self-talk and determination to shape your mindset and achieve success. Additionally, you will reflect on the power of words that can influence your mindset and motivation. The module culminates in a call to action, encouraging you to apply positive self-talk in your personal and professional lives.

What's included

12 videos3 assignments1 plugin

12 videosTotal 24 minutes
  • Reflect on Past Growth and Success2 minutes
  • The Anti-Aging Secret for Your Mind1 minute
  • The Toughest Challenges Make You Grow2 minutes
  • Step Out of Your Comfort Zone4 minutes
  • Allow Yourself to Fail2 minutes
  • Move from Blame to Accountability1 minute
  • Stop Worrying to Start Thriving1 minute
  • Use Feedback to Level Up Your Skills3 minutes
  • Set SMART Goals1 minute
  • Believe in Yourself3 minutes
  • The Power of Words and Mindset3 minutes
  • Call to Action2 minutes
3 assignmentsTotal 35 minutes
  • Steps to Develop a Growth Mindset8 minutes
  • The Power of Positive Self-Talk and Determination12 minutes
  • Developing a Growth Mindset15 minutes
1 pluginTotal 15 minutes
  • Activity: Break Barriers to Map Your Career15 minutes

Imagine you’ve been balancing the demands of a full-time job with the excitement of your side hustle for months. Despite the late nights and effort, your progress has been slow, and self-doubt is creeping in. You feel comfortable about the routine; however, it isn’t cultivating the desired effect. To move forward, you need to shift gears and embrace the new, daring strategies that will propel your passion project to the next level. In this module, you will complete your learning journey by completing and submitting your growth mindset project and taking the final exam in this module.

What's included

1 video1 assignment1 peer review

1 videoTotal 2 minutes
  • Course Wrap-Up2 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes
  • Final Exam30 minutes
1 peer reviewTotal 60 minutes
  • Growth Mindset Project60 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

Our course provides practical strategies to help you develop a growth mindset, including: - Embracing challenges as learning opportunities - Reframing failures as growth experiences - Using feedback constructively - Developing resilience and adaptability Join our Growth Mindset course to start applying these strategies in your personal and professional life.

Growth mindset training helps you shift from a fixed mindset (believing abilities are static) to a growth mindset (believing abilities can be developed). This course includes interactive lessons, real-world applications, and expert guidance to help you build this mindset.

This course is perfect for: - Professionals & career switchers looking to develop adaptability and confidence - Leaders & managers aiming to foster a growth culture in their teams - Students & lifelong learners who want to improve their learning mindset - Anyone seeking personal and professional growth

This course is completely self-paced, allowing you to learn at your own convenience while engaging in interactive activities. It includes structured video lessons, practical exercises, and reflection-based activities to help you apply growth mindset principles in real-life scenarios. While you can progress at your own pace, interactive elements will provide opportunities for deeper learning and engagement.

By enrolling in our Growth Mindset Course, you will: - Develop resilience and problem-solving skills - Overcome fear of failure and take calculated risks - Cultivate a mindset of continuous learning and innovation - Strengthen leadership and teamwork abilities

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

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